SSC CPO 2019 PYQ — Question 48

SSC CPO Tier I - 12th March 2019 - Shift 1 • English • Q48

Select the word, which means the same as the group of words given.

A fortress typically one on high ground above a city

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. citadel.

  1. colossus- a statue that is much bigger than life-size.
  2. palace- a large house that is or was the home of a king or queen.
  3. tower- a tall narrow building or part of a building such as a church or a castle.
  4. citadel- (in past times) a castle on high ground in or near a city where people could go when the city was being attacked.

As the chosen option expresses the meaning of the given group of words it will be correct.